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In what year was Alpha Tau Omega founded?
1865
ATO is not a ___ club.
social
ATO was the first fraternity to be founded after the ___ war.
Civil
Who were the big three who founded ATO?
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What were the founders' hopes for ATO?
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ATO was the first fraternity founded as a ___, not as a local or sectional society.
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What principles is ATO built on?
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ATO was not founded in ___ of or in ___ to any existing fraternity.
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What did ATO demonstrate early on regarding geographic boundaries?
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Where was ATO's first fraternity house located?
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What was the first chapter of any fraternity established in the Northwest?
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Founded the Pennsylvania, Tau Chapter in which year?
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What name was coined for ATO due to its leadership among fraternities?
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In what year was Leadershape founded by ATO?
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Who coined the term 'Help Week' at ATO?
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From whom did ATO receive an award in June 1995?
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For what reason was ATO recognized by the Smithsonian Institute?
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What was the purpose of the ATO Roadshow?
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Both the spiritual development program and the ATO Roadshow have been recognized by which award?
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Hazing is far from the ___ of ATO.
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ATO is based on ___ and ___ principles.
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One of the quickest ways to get in trouble is irresponsible ___ use.
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ATO is a member of which organization?
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Members will abide by what regarding alcohol?
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When did ATO first sponsor co-educational leadership conferences nationwide?
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National Fraternity expects six responsibilities, one of which is ___
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Brotherhood begins after what?
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Does ATO want brothers to be proactive or reactive?
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Our chapter is judged on the ___ of our conduct and the ___ of our brothers.
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What are the four most well-known and common fraternity poor choices?
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List five keys to keeping college manageable.
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Recruitment is ___ the future of ATO.
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What are the 10 keys to being an 'Ideal ATO'?
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Study Notes
Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) Overview
- Founded in 1865, ATO is recognized as the first fraternity established after the Civil War.
- Aimed to reunite the nation's youth in brotherhood, fostering healing post-war.
Founding Figures
- Key founders: Otis Allen Glazebrook, Alfred Marshall, and Erskine Mayo Ross.
- The fraternity was created as a national organization, not merely a local or sectional group.
Principles and Values
- ATO is grounded in Christian-based principles and is known to operate without geographical bias ("knew no north south east or west").
- The organization emphasizes eternal and immutable principles.
Historic Milestones
- ATO's first fraternity house was established at the University of the South, Sewanee, in 1880.
- The Alpha Sigma Chapter at Oregon State was founded in 1882, marking ATO’s expansion into the Northwest.
- In 1881, ATO established the Tau Chapter in Pennsylvania, just 16 years after its founding.
Leadership and Innovations
- Known as "America's Leadership Development Fraternity," ATO developed the Leadershape program, initiated in 1986, focused on leadership training.
- The term "Help Week" was introduced by Robert Lollar, promoting a more productive approach to fraternity activities.
Awards and Recognition
- Received an award from the Smithsonian Institute in June 1995 for innovative use of technology in communication within the government sector.
- Both the spiritual development program and ATO Roadshow have earned the prestigious "Laurel Wreath" award from the North American Interfraternity Conference.
Values Against Hazing
- ATO's Creed denounces hazing, advocating for responsible conduct and adherence to ethical principles.
- Members are expected to comply with alcohol-related local, state, and federal laws.
Recruitment and Responsibilities
- Recruitment is essential for ATO, perceived as its "lifeblood" and future.
- Members are expected to uphold six key responsibilities: finance management, personal conduct, academic performance, recruitment, participation in significant events, and relations with the national fraternity.
Personal Growth and Best Practices
- The fraternity encourages proactive behavior among members for academic and personal development.
- Key strategies for managing college life effectively include building a time management system, studying efficiently, taking useful notes, knowing instructors, and mastering exam techniques.
- ATO highlights poor choices commonly made in fraternities, including alcohol abuse and poor judgment, emphasizing the importance of strong moral character and academic achievement.
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